Traditional Japanese Karate Do

The JAPAN KARATE DO RYOBU-KAI (JKR) is a professional, international, karate organization under the leadership of Yasuhiro (Takehiro) Konishi, 10th Dan. JKR branches are located all over the world and are under the guidance of Kiyoshi Yamazaki, 9th Dan, as the International Director and Chief Instructor.

Training in the JKR is conducted in the traditional Japanese method, stressing discipline, consistent attendance, etiquette, and hard work. Karate instruction is life-long, and can be continued regardless of age. Modern training in Shindo Jinen Ryu karate-do incorporates elements of karate, aikido, jujitsu, and kendo in the formal curriculum, with an emphasis on philosophy and education. The curriculum also emphasizes Zanshin (the ability of an exponent to gain dominance over an opponent through an alert state of mind) and the maintenance of proper physical posture.

The purpose in Shindo Jinen Ryu karate-do is to develop the whole human being, physically and mentally. Through long-term, dedicated training, students learns to develop and unite Shin (mind), Gi (technique), and Tai (body) in proper proportions. The end result is awareness of one’s moral obligations and place in society.

**ATTN JKRi Winter Gasshuku Participants** Dinner reservation at Umami Burger - Anaheim @ 7:15p. Headcount has already been taken. You can still go even if you weren't part of Mina Yamazaki - USA Karate's headcount. Just grab a table near the group.